July 6, 2023, 09:05 - MLB Texas vs Tampa Bay Game Analysis and Sports Commentary
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Texas Rangers vs Tampa Bay Rays Game Analysis
Texas Rangers: Michael Lorenzen
The Texas Rangers, whose poor batting has led to a losing streak, are sending Michael Lorenzen (4 wins, 4 losses, 3.40 ERA) to challenge for his 5th win of the season. Lorenzen suffered a loss in Baltimore on the 30th, giving up 5 runs in 5 innings, and his pitching has been shaky in his last two games. It's unfortunate that his strong performance against Baltimore last year has disappeared, but a quality start can be expected in a home night game. The Rangers’ batting lineup, which managed only 1 run after failing to attack King in the previous game, isn't showing any signs of improvement. The overall decline in scoring ability is likely to continue till the end of the first half. The only consolation might be Jose Ureña's 2.2 scoreless innings.
Tampa Bay Rays: Shane Baz
The Tampa Bay Rays, who have secured a winning series with the power of their batting lineup, are sending Shane Baz to the Major League mound for the first time this season. After finishing with a 1-2 record and a 5.00 ERA in 2022, Baz, who had Tommy John surgery, has shown consistent pitching in AAA INT this season. Although he's come up to fill the gap left by Aaron Civale's trade, a .260 batting average against and a 1.58 WHIP make him hard to trust. The Rays' batting lineup, which scored 10 runs including two home runs by decimating Kansas City's pitching staff the previous game, continues to show better performance on the road compared to at home. However, whether they can solve their inconsistency is key. The bullpen that allowed 2 runs in 4 innings could falter at any time.
Predictions and Analysis
Recently, Texas's hitting can't be said to be good, even as flattery. However, the reason Shane Baz hasn't come up to the Major League this season is precisely because his pitching content isn't good. Tampa Bay's batting lineup is inconsistent on the road, and Texas's bullpen has done its job at least at home. The Texas Rangers, who have the edge in starting pitching, are closer to winning.
Expected Score
5:3 Texas Victory
Handicap
Texas Victory
Under/Over
Under